Horse Health Matters®
Mutual Grooming in Horses - You Scratch My Back, I'll Scratch Yours …
by EquiMed Staff
April 18, 2017 15:40
Horses often begin a mutual grooming session by scratching each others withers but then move up and down each others body using their teeth to scratch and …
Training and Conditioning Your Equine Athlete
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 15, 2017 14:00
Active horses benefit from a structured program to get and keep them into good condition. Learn the basics in this article by Dr. Eldridge …
Training Your Horse For More Strength, Power, and Endurance
by EquiMed Staff
April 15, 2017 15:30
When formulating a strength training program for your horse, it is important to determine whether the primary requirement in the muscles is for power or for …
Daily Exercise for Your Horse
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 12:55
Learn about your horse's need for daily exercise and the many ways you can make sure your horse is getting the kind of exercise workouts that will help increase …
Tip of the Day
If instructed by your veterinarian to give antibiotics for a particular condition, always follow through with the full course of treatment, even if your horse appears better. This reduces the potential creation of antibiotic resistant bacteria.
Causes of Horse Related Injuries and How to Prevent Them
by EquiMed Staff
April 17, 2017 18:04
Read about the 5 most common causes of horse-related injuries and the 7 keys to good horsemanship that will help prevent these injuries …
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Added Fat Improves Behavior of Horses
by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.
May 4, 2017 14:52
Diet affects behavior. This makes sense. A well-fed horse is healthy and a healthy horse feels good. Conversely, a poorly-nourished horse is suffering …
Preparing Your Mare for Parturition
by EquiMed Staff
May 7, 2017 12:53
Participating in the parturition of your foal can be both exciting and nerve-racking. Being fully prepared both physically and mentally can help both you and …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Zebra
An ass-like animal with a distinctive black and white striped coat.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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absolutely necessary; extremely important.
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Abraham Lincoln